Discover how to stand your ground against one of the most dangerous personality traits there is -- no matter who's displaying it. Statistically speaking, Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is rare -- fewer than 1% of the population has an NPD diagnosis. But it's possible to display narcissistic behaviors without having NPD, and unless they're caught early, these behaviors can spiral into a full-blown personality disorder further down the line. In fact, it's estimated that up to 6% of adults have NPD -- that's quite a considerable leap from 1%. Perhaps you're in a toxic relationship, or you're concerned about the behavior of a family member. Maybe there's a colleague causing devastation at work with their narcissistic behaviors, or possibly you're even worried about yourself. Whoever it is you're concerned about, you've already taken the most important step you've spotted that there's a problem, and you're looking for a solution. The key to solving any problem is to understand it: to explore what it is, to find out what's causing it, and to notice the extent of its effects. And then you need to know exactly what psychological research is going to help you find the answers you need. In Narcissism & Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of narcissism and valuable strategies to combat it. You'll discover: The most up-to-date information, research, and statistics The real reason why there's a discrepancy between the number of recorded NPD diagnoses and the estimated number of people who have it How to nip narcissistic behaviors in the bud as soon you notice them -- in children, friends, colleagues, or adult family members Surprising historical figures who may have had NPD to help you spot the signs (yes, you were right -- there's a recent US president in there) How to spot the red flags of gaslighting (and why you need to be able to) The 10 most common psychological complexes The secrets of 'the dark triad' -- what it is and what it means The difference between toxic and abusive relationships -- and why it matters The #1 social skill to abandon if you want to save a toxic relationship A comprehensive guide to the best therapies available for NPD A step-by-step guide to treating narcissism Practical exercises to use in classrooms and workplaces to deepen understanding and prevent toxic social environments And much more. Whoever it is in your life who's prone to narcissistic behavior, rest assured that there's hope from